Kristen Suzanne's ULTIMATE Raw Vegan Chocolate Recipes: Fast & Easy, Sweet & Savory Raw Chocolate Recipes Using Raw Chocolate Powder, Raw Cacao Nibs, and Raw Cacao Butter Paperback – March 16, 2009

The pros: tasty recipesEasy-to-follow directions.The cons :NO index, so specific recipes are difficult to find.The same first 10 pages or so are contained in each of her books, so you pay for that over and over again if you buy more than one.Not sure if the cost-vs-benefit ratio is good. IMO, ALL her books could have been condensed into one--WITH an index!--for half the price or less than all of her books purchased separately.

Simple easy recipes. There are no pictures in the book (you're directed to check out her website to see pictures, which is rather inconvenient if you're trying to prep the chocolates in the kitchen).Nothing extraordinary or special about the recipes. But easy to follow instructions.

Oh my god! Let me just say that my husband (a strict meat & potatoes guy) wanted NOTHING to do with raw food....and then this book came and I can't get it back from him. Double chocolate cherry cheesecake is the current favorite, but we plan on working our way through the entire book. Such a great way to introduce raw to people at parties, they don't even know it's raw and ask for the recipe right away.

Flavor is absolutely delicious with milk or water. I use almond or coconut milk and both work well.

If you love chocolate or cacao, or if you feel guilty about so much chocolate indulgence, this is THE CRAVING BOOK for you ! This might just satisfy every craving you could ever have, with NO GUILT, for it's soooo good for you.

I was so excited to be able to get this book. I love her blog.So let me tell you about this book. I loved it. I can't wait to get my order of raw cacao powder and nibs so I can try some of these recipes. I am thinking I will be trying some with raw carob powder- just to get me by until my order gets here.The book has 5 chapters. The first chapter is titled Raw Basics. It covers as it says the basics but also a list of equipment needed (or enjoyed as a raw foodie), ingredient descriptions, basic recipes for nut/seed milks and raw condiments. My favorite part of this chapter is her tips. I learned a lot. My favorite tip is for doubling recipes. I double, sometimes quadruple a recipe for my large family so this was good info.The second chapter covers Raw Chocolate. You get a brief history of chocolate and learn why it is good for you. She also covers the different raw chocolate products available and other special ingredients. Chapter three covers chocolate drinks. I can't wait to try the Creamy chocolate vanilla milk , and the Chocolate holiday spice nog.In chapter four she covers snacks, soup, salad dressing, crackers and breakfasts. A lot of great recipes to choose from. Several popped off the page at me: Chocolate powered oatmeal, Power packed trail mix, Chocolate chia crackers, Mesquite spiced chocolate brazil nut crumble and Chia chocolate pudding snack to name a few..In the final chapter she covers desserts. Yum! How about Goddess cream cake , Chocolate pumpkin pie, Pure rush chocolate and Fun chocolate banana plant leather. It is hard to choose just one recipe that I can't wait to try.I learned a lot about raw chocolate. Like how it is loaded with antioxidants. I also learned that pure chocolate has heart health benefits. "The flavonoids (organic compounds) found in cacao can help prevent clogged arteries and lower blood pressure."If you love chocolate like we do and are looking for healthy vegan recipes this book will deliver! Yes it is a raw book but I believe that even if you are not a raw foodie you can benefit from getting more raw food into your diet. Besides doesn't it make you feel less guilty eating chocolate when you know it is good for you? You will not be disappointed with this book.

Absolutely any form of chocolate that you love has a healthy, yummy version in this wonderful recipe book packed with lots of recipes and ideas! Starting with Chocolate Drinks and Shakes, Chocolate for breakfast, snacks, treats, cookies, cakes, sauces, ice creams, cheezecakes and even make your own variety of chocolate bars! Whew! - where to begin! I also like that Suzanne gives a clear overview of the versatile RAW chocolate forms (used in the recipes) and other ingredients that enhance raw chocolate treats. As always, Kristen's recipes are QUICK and delicious! Be sure to check out her website for irresistible photos and her informative blog. Now that I have her Raw Chocolate book, I am happy to have the complete 12 book set!!! Thank you Kristen for sharing your talent! (Chocolate) Hugs and Kisses to You!

"Kristen's Suzanne's Ultimate Raw Vegan Chocolate Recipes" is truly amazing!Kristen writes in a way that is easy for anyone to follow. I feel almost as if she personally created the directions just for me to create each recipe.This book helps me to look like a real chocolate expert!This is a fantastic go-to for anyone interested in gorgeous, delicious chocolates and it suits the raw food beginner; as well as long time raw food experts.I was expecting to get a book entirely of chocolate recipes but much to my surprise, found so much more than that!Kristen shares her vast knowledge of healthful ingredients and how to use them, as well as her amazing and delectable, mouth watering creations.Since receiving Kristen's book I have 'wowed' friends and family with delectable treats and fallen back in love with chocolate; with absolutely no guilt!Get this book! Raw or not...you will use it forever! I have no doubt; you will feel compelled to share it with everyone you know! It makes a wonderful gift for any occasion!

Fab book! I'm hoping it will inspire my husband to try out some of the recipes - he's a great cook and we love raw chocolate!

My sister said vegan food was tasty, this book proved her right :(

Brilliant book!

The recipes taste great, even using substitutions. Very creative and easy to follow. The ingredients are unique and not always on hand.